After the recent verdict, Detective Inspector Lee Nattrass, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “Devon and Cornwall Police remain committed to tackling County Lines drug supply gangs and ensuring that the area remains one of the safest places to live and visit in the UK.

“County Lines is a term used to describe urban gangs supplying drugs to other parts of the UK using dedicated mobile phone lines. The gangs are likely to exploit children or vulnerable adults to move and store drugs and they will often use violence and coercion.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact their local force online or by using the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can report information to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."